1 Samuel 20-22

In 1 Samuel 20:41 the writer notes that David's grief was greater and Jonathan's.  What were their griefs?  They shared the grief that Saul's paranoia and selfishness would separate them in spite of their close friendship.  They shared the grief that Saul had attempted to kill both of them.  But David also carried the grief that he would displace his dear friend as king over Israel.  Maybe David's greater grief was also in knowing that he would rise to the throne upon Jonathan's death.  That would be a terrible burden for David to carry throughout his reign. 

Stuart